Asparagus Chicken Almonds Recipe

A quick and easy 24-minute recipe for delicious Asparagus Chicken with Toasted Almonds! Tender chicken breast is stir-fried with crisp asparagus, crunchy almonds, and a vibrant savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 337.7 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Asparagus Chicken Almonds

  • Boneless Chicken Breast
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or your preferred cooking oil)
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • Blanched Almond
  • Stir Fry Vegetables
  • Chicken Stock
  • Sherry Wine
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Canned Asparagus

How to Make Asparagus Chicken Almonds

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, and 1 cup sliced asparagus. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
  6. Gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of asparagus. Cook for another minute until heated through. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

20g

Carbs

2g